Run For the Fallen

Join in for the Run for the Fallen on Wednesday September 11 at 8:46 am on the Area B Flight Line.
This ceremonial walk will be a 2.763k and a 5k run in honor of the sacrifices of the veterans, civilians, and military heroes of 9/11 as well as the families and everyone affected of the aftermath of this tragic day.
This event is open to all Wright-Patt employees and families
No registration required.
Before the run begins, there will be a short ceremony to include an honor guard Presentation of
the Colors, singing of the National Anthem, Chaplain’s Prayer, and opening remarks from the
event Speaker.

RACE INFORMATION
Who can participate in the event? Can I bring my family?
Anyone who is a Team Wright-Patt member, to include families, can participate. The event will only be open to all Wright Patterson AFB personnel with base access and not to the public.

Where are we meeting?
We will meet on Area B, on the corner of Loop Road and C Street. Refer to the map for further visual details.

How can I volunteer?
Anyone who is a Team Wright-Patt member may volunteer! By contacting the event organizer at 88.msg.workflow@us.af.mil
1) Anyone who wishes to both run and volunteer may serve as a unit POC and assist with set-up/tear-down.
2) Anyone who only wishes to serve as a volunteer may serve as a unit POC or assist with set-up/tear-down, medical, water-stations, or event safety and security.

How does this honor 9/11?
There will be a brief ceremony at the start line to kick-off the run and walk. The ceremony will feature a guest speaker, honor guard presentation, live rendition of the national anthem, and a prayer and moment of silence led by a base chaplain.

If I am coming from Area A, where will I park?
There will be parking available in the parking lot on the corner of Loop Road and C Street. The entrance to this lot is across from Wright Field Fitness Center, off of C Street. Refer to the blue outline on the map for parking details.

Is this an alternate duty location for military/civilian personnel?
This is an 88th ABW and NASIC approved alternate duty location.  Military members and civilian employees may attend the Run for the Fallen as part of their normal duty day with no charge to leave, if authorized by their first level supervisor and mission requirements permitting.

What can runners wear? Are headphones permitted?
Patriotic or unit morale attire is encouraged! No uniform required for military or civilian race participants, though clothing must be appropriate athletic gear.  Headphones are allowed but should not be a distraction, to yourself or others, from proper safety measures and the purpose of the event.

Are strollers or handicapped bicycles allowed?
Strollers are allowed when walking. Handicapped bicycles are allowed this year; however, other bicycles, roller skates/blades, hover boards, etc. are NOT permitted.

Are pets allowed?
We are not able to allow pets at this event, sorry for any inconvenience.

Race Day Map